So, it's definitely over 6 miles, but the first two and final are just on a dirt road, so get moving and get to the trailhead. Not a clear marked trail so stop looking for it and just follow the creek and all is good. Graffiti was a bummer, but the falls are perfection, even when it's not gushing. Be prepared to scramble boulders, and definitely wade in the water. Speaking of, bring water. This area gets HOT for you non desert dwellers. Older kids, yes, younger kids, no. Wear the right shoes with a solid grip. Gauge your fitness level, the final boulders are a climb.

Fantastic day activity, impressive lava tube. Can handle the hike in boots or athletic shoes. Takes about 1.5 hours to the end and back. Animal friendly, busy on weekends as expected. Like others have mentioned, take a minute to turn off your lamps and enjoy the primordial dark, definitely worth it.

Fantastic day hike filled with plenty of desert canyon views and a wonderful reward at the end with the falls. Take the tram to the trailhead, cuts out 2 miles of mild desert walking and gets you to the good stuff fast. Be prepared to wade/rock hop the creek. Did this hike in 2 hours, in an back, with a little trail jogging peppered in. Winter provides for fuller falls and more water in the creek at the bottom. BUSY TRAIL.